SPEND A LIFETIME IN CLINTON

Mississippi’s Family City
 

Churches | Cost of Living | Housing | Health Care
Education | Arts and Entertainment

Originally called Mt. Salus, meaning mountain of health, Clinton was known for its many healthful and refreshing springs. To this day a sense of well being fills the air, which is central to the quality of life that is enjoyed by Clinton residents. For Clintonians, the phrase quality of life refers to the many factors that create an environment that is valued by people looking to establish a home. These quality of life factors include churches, cost of living, housing, health care, education, recreation and entertainment.

Churches

Places of worship contribute greatly to a community’s quality of life. Clinton is blessed with spiritual, church-going people who provide places of worship that meet the growing needs of a diverse religious population.

To date, there are over 30 churches representing 12 denominations in the Clinton area. Many of these congregations have a wide range of programs and ministries, with some of the larger churches offering day care and preschool facilities.

Cost of Living

A low cost of living is a great advantage for Clinton residents. Many factors come into play when determining cost of living, including housing costs, taxes, as well as the cost and accessibility of goods and services. For those people living in the community, property taxes are relatively low when compared to other cities in the metropolitan area; and the state of Mississippi, as a whole, is low when compared with other states. For example, the annual property tax on a $100,000 home in Clinton is approximately $1,025 per year. This figure is based on an assessed value of $10,000 (ten percent of real value) times the millage rate of 132.43 per $1,000 assessed value, less a flat deduction for homestead exemption. For homeowners over the age of 65, the same $100,000 home would have a property tax of approximately $331, which is based on the first $7,500 of assessed value being exempt from taxation.

The state income tax ranges from a low of three percent to a high of five percent on taxable income after generous exemptions and standard deductions. In addition, all income from federal, state or private retirement plans is totally exempt from state income taxes.

Clinton has a seven percent sales tax on all retail purchases. Also, the city adds a two percent tax on hotel/motel lodging for tourism promotion and other economic development projects. Sales tax on automobiles is five percent.

Housing

A wide variety of housing is available in Clinton. There are older homes along tree-lined streets or custom-built homes in new, upscale neighborhoods. In addition, there are ample garden and patio homes ideal for retirement living. The housing market in Clinton is experiencing a steady, sustained growth with the following new and growing developments – Copper Creek, Ridge Pointe, Oakhurst, BruenBurg, The Heights, Bentwood and Southern Oaks. In addition, it is possible to find acreage available outside the Clinton city limits while still within the Clinton Public School District.

New and existing homes of all sizes are available in Clinton and range in price from $95,000 to $500,000 and up. However, the average sales price for a home is $161,640 (based on total 2007 sales figures).

Trace Pointe Retirement Community. A welcome addition to retirement living in Clinton, Trace Pointe is nestled on 56 acres of beautiful timberland in the center of Clinton, offering residences suited to a range of needs. Whether for independent adults or those requiring 24-hour care, Trace Pointe provides the level of assistance most appropriate to the individual, ranging from independent and assisted living to Alzheimer’s care. When fully completed, this community will be home to about 500 people.

Health Care

Living in Clinton means easy, convenient access to a vast array of excellent health care facilities located close to home.

Central Mississippi Medical Center (CMMC). Just minutes away in Jackson, CMMC is a modern, 473-bed, state-of-the-art hospital with a medical staff of over 325 covering all major specialties, and employees totaling over 1,200. CMMC provides a broad range of health care services, including the core areas of cardiology, women’s health, radiation therapy and oncology, emergency care, surgery, wound management, diabetes management, behavioral health services and the Gamma Knife Center. In addition, CMMC provides healthier living seminars through Wellness Works and the Greater Jackson Shrinkdown, as well as a variety of educational programs and support services that help meet the needs of the Clinton community. For information, visit www.centralmississippimedicalcenter.com or call (601) 376-1000.

Baptist Medical Center. Founded in 1911, Baptist Medical Center is a 564-bed medical center located a short drive away in Jackson. Part of the Baptist Health Systems, Baptist Medical Center provides a wide variety of health and medical services for people in every stage of life. With a medical staff of more than 450 health care workers and total employees of 3,000, Baptist Medical Center offers a wide range of technologically advanced inpatient and outpatient diagnostic and surgical procedures. For additional facts, visit www.mbmc.org or call (601) 948-6262.

St. Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital. A 571-bed, not-for-profit, acute care hospital, St. Dominic is owned and operated by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. Founded in 1946, St. Dominic offers a wide range of medical and surgical services from technically advanced diagnostic imaging services to the dedicated excellence of the Mississippi Heart Institute. With a committed family of caregivers, St. Dominic has over 2,000 employees and over 500 physicians. For additional information, visit www.stdom.com or call (601) 200-2000.

Baptist Healthplex at Mississippi College. Clinton residents welcome the additional health care options of the Baptist Medical Clinic, the Baptist Rehab Center, Jackson Eye Clinic and fitness facilities, all located within the Baptist Healthplex. A unique collaboration between Baptist Health Systems and Mississippi College, the healthplex features the latest in health care services and fitness programs for Mississippi College students and faculty, as well as Clinton area residents. Programs and services include community education, medical screenings, health/fitness assessments, aquatics programs for every age group, fitness center memberships, sports leagues, dietary evaluation and counseling, senior citizen programs, support group meetings, physical therapy/sports medicine and cardiac pulmonary rehabilitation. For more information, call (601) 925-7900.

Hinds County Health Department. A walk-in clinic located in the City of Clinton, the health department provides services to help enhance and improve wellness in the general population. Services include immunizations, premarital blood tests, Medicaid screening for children, and Women, Infants & Children (WIC) supplemental food program. For details, call (601) 924-6012.

Two convalescent care homes, several home health care agencies, and a wide variety of medical clinics also offer services to Clinton area residents. There are other fine hospitals and medical practitioners located in the Jackson metropolitan area, all within easy access to Clintonians.

Clinton Area Senior Services and Care Facilities

Baptist Adult Day Health Services	(601) 926-1222
Care Center of Clinton	(601) 924-2996
Riggs Manor
Retirement Community	(601) 857-5011
Trace Pointe
Retirement Community	(601) 926-1224
Trinity Mission Health and Rehab	(601) 924-7043

Education

Education has always been a priority for Clinton residents. Years ago, the City of Clinton was nicknamed the Athens of Mississippi for its many educational academies and colleges. Today, this level of excellence continues in Clinton, where educational opportunities abound for all ages from kindergarten through graduate-level study.

Mississippi College. Clinton is proud to be the home of Mississippi College, the oldest institute of higher learning in Mississippi and one of America’s 64 oldest colleges. Founded in 1826, it has the distinction of being the second-oldest Baptist college in the United States and the first coeducational college in the country to graduate a woman. Mississippi College offers Clinton residents a variety of artistic, theatrical and musical programs. In addition, the Continuing Education Department provides the Senior Adult Education Program, which allows senior adults (age 55 or above) to register and attend selected academic courses for $50 per course. For more information about Mississippi College and the programs offered, call (601) 925-3000 or visit www.mc.edu.

Clinton Public Schools. Clinton’s public school district is a shining example of performance across the state and nation. The district was formed in 1970 and is comprised of nine schools – four elementary schools provide education for children from kindergarten through sixth grade; three secondary schools serve seventh through twelfth grade; and there is one career complex and an alternative school. Enrollment in the various schools is based solely on grade level and has no relation to the area of the city in which a family resides.

The recipient of various awards and recognitions regionally and nationally, the Clinton Public School District works to maintain a high level of excellence in all areas of a child’s education. For further details, call (601) 924-7533 or visit www.clintonpublicschools.com.

Private Schools. Within the City of Clinton, two private schools are available to address the needs of area families.

Mt. Salus Christian School, founded in 1970, provides an excellent Christian-oriented education to students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. For additional information, call (601) 924-5863 or visit www.mtsalus.net.

The Clinton Christian Academy is a new educational facility that will open fall 2008 as a non-denominational Christ-centered school with emphasis on academic excellence, parental involvement, community outreach and athletics. For more details, call (601) 925-4926 or visit www.clintonchristianacademy.org.

Arts and Entertainment

If you enjoy sitting back and being entertained, then Clinton is the place to be! Through Mississippi College and the Clinton schools, Clintonians are able to enjoy a wide range of spectator sports, festivals, and special cultural performances and seminars. Events include the Shakespeare Festival featuring seminars, demonstrations, speakers and plays, and the annual Rose and Daffodil Show with award-winning hybrids from across the state.

Other special events that occur annually include Arts in April, a month-long display of various artistic and theatrical events; Nature Day at the Clinton Community Nature Center each spring; the Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza; and the Clinton Christmas Parade and Lighting of Olde Towne held the first Saturday in December. In addition, the award-winning Attaché Show Choir of Clinton High School provides Broadway-style performances in May and December.

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